The Barclaycard Arrival® Plus World Elite Mastercard® recently announced a limited-time 70,000 mile sign-up bonus with a waived $89 annual fee for the first year after spending $5,000 within the first 3 months of account opening. This is the highest offer … [Read More...]
AmEx Business Platinum Increases Annual Fee to $595: Here’s My Strategy
I’ve had my AmEx Business Platinum card for 5 years, and have extensively written about all of the ways that I maximize the card’s benefits year after year, including a way to save on paid business class flights. This morning, card members received notice … [Read More...]
United Mile Play: Check to See if Your Account is Targeted to Earn Bonus Miles
Last year, United introduced “Mile Play”, a new way to earn miles with United MileagePlus®. Based on an email I just received, it looks like the offer is back again for targeted accounts, allowing select members to earn bonus miles by completing tasks … [Read More...]
Trip Reports
Trip Report: Things to Do in Heidelberg, Germany With Kids
My family and I just spent a few nights exploring the charming and vibrant university city of Heidelberg, Germany, which … [Read More...]
10 Things to Know About Grand Hyatt Kauai
Two weeks ago, I visited the Grand Hyatt Kauai for the second time. I first visited the resort in June 2012, using my … [Read More...]
My Visit to the Hilton Headquarters – Discussing the Honors Loyalty Program, New Properties, and Exciting Innovations
Last week, Hilton invited and hosted me along with a few other bloggers on an immersive visit to their headquarters in … [Read More...]
Strategies
Wow! AmEx International Airline Program Offers a Real Savings on Business Class Flights
I've had my AmEx Business Platinum card for 5 years, and have extensively written about all of the ways that I maximize the card's benefits year after year. Forgive for what I'm about to say, but there's one valuable perk that I vaguely knew about, … [Read More...]
British Airways Call Center Hold Time Alternative
Who else can vividly remember the golden age of miles and points? One credit card offer that truly got me hooked during the "golden age" was the British Airways Visa Signature Card (learn more) back in 2011. The card was offering a sign-up … [Read More...]
